Account Director
Location: US, NY, New York
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Information Technology and Services
Function: Sales

Company profile:
We design, deploy, and maintain advanced technologies that enable our customers to achieve operational excellence at substantial OpEx savings. Our core strengths include a concentration on networks, their security &amp; optimization with a laser focus on redefining the fulfillment experience. We are driven to add value at every step by providing access to inventory, streamlined credit, integration with your procurement organization and real time status information. These are all reflective of our value-added philosophy.We have developed solutions for leaders from Wall Street to the Web. What makes us different is our concentration and commitment to exclusive relationships with leading vendors.

Job description:
We are looking for a highly motivated and talented Account Director to join a fast-paced, dynamic and challenging environment.The Account Director is responsible for the development, management and growth of new accounts.  S/he must have a proven technology sales track record in network, security and/or professional services.The ideal candidates must demonstrate a natural curiosity and innate interest in technology, as well as understand concepts of networking.As an Account Director, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:Develop new client relationships and sales pipelineMeet and exceed sales targetsDevelop and maintain relationships with current &amp; new client decision makersManage the sales cycle from lead development through successful deliveryLiaise between client and internal teams for resolutions of technical issuesInteract closely with partner’s sales teamsCreate and implement effective market plans and long term business/sales plansThis is a full-time, direct employment in midtown Manhattan. Salary + commission is open based on experience &amp; qualifications.

Requirements:
Qualifications:B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science and/or related discipline3+ years of experience in selling Data Center products and servicesSkills &amp; Experiences:Experience in selling data center services and products (Load Balancing, Optimization, Routing/Switching and/or Security technologies)In-depth understanding of business strategy and ability to interact effectively with senior business managers and executivesFundamental understanding of good data center and network design principlesExtensive knowledge in building and developing a high performent team of sales professionals Interpersonal Skills:Strong presentation and written skillsStrong problem solving and analytical skillsAbility to develop strong client relationshipsAble to take initiative and interact with all levels of management

Benefits:
At Fivesky, our employees are our greatest asset and the focal point around which we operate, therefore, we always want the best for our employees.  In addition to offering competitive compensation plans and long-term career opportunities.  We offer an attractive mix of benefit plans to our employees that include: a health plan, 401k, provisions for vacation, holiday pay, and sick days.  Employees qualify to join these plans and other sponsored benefits after 60-days of employment.Fivesky is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.